Cleared for Toe Touches

That's what the orthopedic surgeon told me today at my follow-up checkup. He did tell me that I can 'trash' my brace, also. He told me I was doing very well -- and while I was still not considered "weight-bearing", I could do "toe touches". I can touch my foot on the floor
to help with balance, he added. I didn't share that I need all the help I can get in that area although he's probably already figured that out! I always thought 'toe touches' were exercises -- you bent over and touched your toes. Well, I now know a new definition!

I gather that my doctor is a training surgeon since he has had someone with him when I have seen him and it's been interesting to hear him talk about my surgery and how I am healing. He showed his trainee/colleague how the bone graft is healing. Of course, you could see the plates and screws, too. (Okay, probably too much info.)

So, while I am not walking yet, I am definitely on my way. After showing off my mobility in moving my leg, I asked if I was doing well and his comment was, "I should say so."

I think I'm going through withdrawal though .. I still have my brace on and Roxanne thinks we should have some sort of ceremony to get rid of it. I'm considering that ...